Landscape Installer Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Landscape Installer is a professional in the landscaping industry responsible for executing landscape designs. Their duties involve planting trees, flowers, and shrubs, installing irrigation systems, and laying sod and mulch. They may also build hardscape elements such as patios, walkways, and retaining walls. To ensure the longevity and health of the installed landscapes, these professionals also perform maintenance tasks such as pruning, fertilizing, and watering, following specific procedures and schedules.

Important skills for a Landscape Installer include physical stamina, attention to detail, and knowledge of horticulture. They must also possess good communication skills to interact with clients and team members. Some Landscape Installers may hold certifications such as the Certified Landscape Technician (CLT) or Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH), demonstrating their expertise in the field. Prior to becoming a Landscape Installer, individuals may have roles such as a Landscape Laborer, Gardener, or Grounds Maintenance Worker, where they can gain relevant hands-on experience and knowledge.

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Precision Irrigation Team

Irrigation Technician

Familiarity with landscape maintenance practices including lawn care and gardening techniques. Ability to dig trenches and build irrigation systems as required by project specifications....

Horticulture Technician (Part-Time, SeaWorld San Diego)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

This involves performing a variety of ground maintenance duties, including mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, planting, pruning, and container maintenance....

Irrigation Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Our team is seeking a skilled Irrigation Technician to contribute to the evaluation, maintenance, and enhancement of in-ground irrigation systems, irrigation controllers, landscape drainage, and low...

Resort Maintenance Technician

  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA (7 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 11 days ago

whips, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spreads mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services...

Pest Service Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 days ago

We maintain excellence in everything we do, from our first point of contact with our customers, through their customized pest control and lawn care treatments, and then into a watchful continuing care...

Irrigation Technician

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Ability to use mowers, backhoes, trenchers, push mowers, rakes, shovels, blowers, sprayers, hands saws, small tools, waters hoses, and weed eaters Ability to drive landscaping vehicles Ability to wire...

Landscape Construction Laborer (San Diego County) DVL

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

You'd be responsible for: Utilize hand and/or power tools or equipment to perform a wide range of landscape and irrigation duties Lay sod, plant, water, fertilize, dig, rake, and install sprinklers...

Experienced Irrigation Technician (SD Central)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

We're looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?...

Irrigation Technician (PWY)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Were looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?...

Small Engine Repair Technician - Continuous

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Maintains records and files regarding the maintenance and repair of landscape maintenance tools and equipment....

PHC Technician San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiology Ability...

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Landscape Installer Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Installers in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.1%
Master's Degree
5.4%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscape Installers in San Diego, CA
1-2 years
39.9%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
None
17.0%
4-6 years
3.5%
10+ years
3.2%
2-4 years
0.8%


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